Labor Employment Associate

Buchanan Law; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a talented Employment Associate to join their dynamic London team. This role offers unparalleled access to high-profile clients and partners, allowing you to engage in a diverse range of employment matters. With a focus on both contentious and non-contentious law, you'll work on high-stakes litigation and strategic advisory for major employers. The firm promotes a collaborative culture, providing structured career development and a strong work-life balance. If you're passionate about meaningful work and building client relationships, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Structured Career Development

Secondment Opportunities

Competitive Compensation

Strong Work-Life Balance

Qualifications

• 3–6 years’ PQE with solid experience in employment law.
• Background in a leading City, national, or international firm.

Responsibilities

• Involvement in high-stakes tribunal and High Court litigation.
• Advising on high-value, cross-border M&A and regulatory issues.

Skills

Contentious Employment Law

Non-Contentious Employment Law

Communication Skills

Commercial Insight

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

Job Description

A leading UK law firm is seeking a talented Employment Associate (3–6 PQE, England & Wales qualified) to join its dynamic and highly respected London Employment team.

The Opportunity:

This is a standout opportunity to work on a diverse range of advisory, transactional, and contentious employment matters for a prestigious and varied client base. The team advises across multiple sectors—including financial services, technology, energy, healthcare, retail, and professional services—and frequently works with international clients navigating UK employment law.

Associates in the team are involved in:

• High-stakes tribunal and High Court litigation
• Strategic employment advisory for major UK and global employers
• Employment law support on high-value, cross-border M&A
• TUPE, whistleblowing, redundancy, and discrimination matters
• Internal investigations and regulatory issues

Role Offering:

• Unparalleled access to partners and high-profile clients from day one
• Involvement in strategy and delivery, not just execution
• Structured career development programmes, secondment opportunities, and a clear path for progression
• Exposure to market-leading work with a collaborative, inclusive culture
• Competitive compensation, flexible working, and a strong work-life balance

Qualities:

• 3–6 years’ PQE and England & Wales qualified
• Solid experience across both contentious and non-contentious employment law
• Background in a leading City, national, or international firm
• Excellent technical skills with commercial insight and strong communication
• A team player with ambition and a genuine interest in client-facing work

This is a rare opportunity to do high-quality, meaningful work while building deep relationships with clients and partners in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.